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Nitika Girish

Georgetown,Texas

Summary

Final-year Marine and Environmental Biology and Policy student with a minor in Geographic Information Systems, seeking admission to a graduate program to further develop analytical and research skills. Passionate about applying GIS and interdisciplinary knowledge to advance sustainable environmental solutions to build a sustainable world.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Urban Coast Institute Research Assistant

Monmouth University
09.2024 - Current
  • Role involves in supporting the Urban Coast Institute's Coastal Community Resilience research team on ecological adaptation for coastal ecosystem restoration and flood risk reduction. Responsibilities include researching nature-based restoration methods, conducting field assessments, assisting with the UCI Aquaculture Facility, collaborating with various agencies on restoration efforts, and helping with data analysis and report preparation.

Research on the Analysis of U.S. Federal Plastic Laws and Regulations

  • The research focuses on analyzing federal regulations surrounding plastic consumption, examining existing laws and policies aimed at reducing plastic waste and promoting sustainable alternatives. It involves evaluating the effectiveness of these regulations, identifying gaps, and exploring potential improvements to mitigate environmental impacts associated with plastic use.

Private Tennis Coach

Self-employeed
05.2019 - Current
  • Developed training programs to enhance player skills and performance.
  • Coordinated group lessons, ensuring engaging and effective learning environments.
  • Conducted regular assessments to track player progress and adjust training strategies.

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Rouse High School

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

University of Incarnate Word
San Antonio, Texas
05.2023

Bachelor of Science - Marine and Environmental Biology and Policy, Geographic Information Systems

Monmouth University
West Long Branch, NJ
05.2026

Skills

    Field Experience, Arc GIS, ESRI Press, Data Collection and Analysis, Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office

Certification

  • Certified Scuba diver (2025-2026)

Awards

Recipient of the United States Tennis Association Sportsmanship Award, recognizing integrity, respect, and fair play demonstrated throughout tournament competition.

Languages

English: advanced/fluent
Kannada: advanced/fluent
Hindi: advanced/fluent
Spanish: intermediate

Timeline

Urban Coast Institute Research Assistant

Monmouth University
09.2024 - Current

Private Tennis Coach

Self-employeed
05.2019 - Current

Research on the Analysis of U.S. Federal Plastic Laws and Regulations

Bachelor of Science -

Rouse High School

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

University of Incarnate Word

Bachelor of Science - Marine and Environmental Biology and Policy, Geographic Information Systems

Monmouth University
Nitika Girish